Needing your property measured? Let Schaid Appraisals help.

Home remodels and poor valuations on public records can affect a property's value — and its attractiveness to buyers. Let us give you a reliable calculation of property dimensions to establish a fair, unbiased value when purchasing a new property, marketing a property to potential clients, or reducing your property taxes.

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What is a home measurement or floorplan service?

A home measurement service is just what it sounds like: An appraiser measures the dimensions and area of a property, then draws a basic or highly detailed layout based on your needs. The appraiser's report and floorplan is a form that can be used to prove an accurate Gross Living Area (GLA), the total livable area, of your home. These services are useful and sometimes necessary when challenging property taxes or selling a property.

How do measurement services work?

During a floorplan service, an appraiser measures the home with a measuring tool — either a tape or laser measuring device. As they move around the house, they make note of the layout of the rooms and other features, like closets, hallways, and fireplaces. They might make a rough sketch of the property. Then, the appraiser creates a report and a more detailed sketch showing the total area of the house and the general layout. The result is a document that can be used to prove certain details about your property — like the Gross Living Area (GLA) — on tax documents, home listings, and more.

When do I need a measurement service?

Real estate taxes

Tax records often reflect the wrong area of a property because the values can come from many sources, and sometimes go unproven — which means you may be taxed for more space than you actually have! Unless a certified appraiser has recently performed a valuation on your property (after any renovation that may have affected square footage), you'll need one to perform a home measurement service before attempting to challenge what you're taxed. An appraiser will determine the accurate Gross Living Area (GLA) of your property so your taxes reflect your actual square footage — and you can stop paying more than your property is worth.

Selling a property

A home measurement service can secure a fair price for your home. Living space is one of the most important factors potential buyers examine when purchasing a home — but since these values are often estimated rather than properly measured, your listing may show less Gross Living Area (GLA) than it can take credit for. An inaccurate GLA could potentially decrease the price of your property as well as the number of potential buyers. The only dependable method of using an accurate GLA when listing your home is to refer to a recent appraisal or home measurement service completed by an appraiser (after any renovation that may have affected square footage).

Information for agents

To ensure that your client's property sells at a price that correctly reflects true market value, we recommend requesting a home measurement of the property. Your clients, and especially potential buyers, will appreciate your thoroughness, and you can be certain that the GLA on your client's listing is a true representation of their home. A measurement can also be an excellent marketing tactic for enticing potential buyers since they can view the layout and attributes of the house before and after touring. Contact Schaid Appraisals to find out more about our home measurement and floorplan services.